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Cambridge, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Cambridge? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Cambridge, United States, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Cambridge Sunrise Time — October 20

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
7:04 AM – 7:42 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/New_York

Sunrise times by month in Cambridge

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:12 AM4:37 PM9h 25m
February6:42 AM5:17 PM10h 34m
March6:57 AM6:51 PM11h 53m
April6:04 AM7:26 PM13h 21m
May5:24 AM7:59 PM14h 35m
June5:08 AM8:24 PM15h 15m
July5:21 AM8:21 PM14h 59m
August5:52 AM7:47 PM13h 55m
September6:25 AM6:56 PM12h 31m
October6:58 AM6:04 PM11h 6m
November6:36 AM4:24 PM9h 47m
December7:07 AM4:13 PM9h 5m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Cambridge today?

Today's sunrise in Cambridge, United States is at 7:04 AM, giving 10h 52m of daylight before sunset at 5:56 PM.

What time is first light in Cambridge today?

First light in Cambridge begins at 6:35 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 7:04 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Cambridge?

The morning golden hour in Cambridge runs 7:04 AM – 7:42 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Cambridge?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (7:04 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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